About this role

SCHOOL CATERING MANAGER - TERM TIME

Salary

£28,729.09. per annum

Working Hours

Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri from 7:00 - 15:30

Location

Malmesbury School, SN16 0QH

G4S Facilities Management is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead our kitchen team at Malmesbury School on a Term Time Only basis . In this key operational role, you will oversee daily food service, inspire a dedicated team, and ensure pupils and staff enjoy nutritious, high-quality meals every day.

Working closely with school leadership and site management, you will drive kitchen performance, maintain exceptional hygiene standards, and manage catering operations within budget parameters.

Main

Duties & Responsibilities will include

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and organize a team consisting of a Catering Supervisor and six Catering Assistants. Drive recruitment, onboarding, ongoing training, and maintain a positive, collaborative kitchen culture.

Menu Planning & Quality

Collaborate with Senior Leadership (SLT) and site managers to design delicious, high-quality menus compliant with National Nutritional Guidelines for schools

Operational & Shift Management

Oversee daily kitchen rotas, shift planning, timesheets, and food outlet service.

Financial & Stock Control

Manage catering budgets, track expenditure, maintain stock levels, and coordinate with approved suppliers.

Health,

Safety & Compliance

Ensure strict adherence to food safety standards, maintaining records in accordance with the G4S Catering Food Safety Management System.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build excellent working relationships with pupils, school staff, council partners, and external vendors